Pick of the week – International Women’s Day
On March 8 it was the centenary year of International Women’s Day (IWD), which celebrates and promotes the achievements of women.
IWD is celebrated globally and here are a few examples of what people have been doing to mark the day.
1. Voices from around the world
Use the interactive map to read the stories of women from around the world.
2. Equals?
A partnership of leading charities brought together to celebrate IWD, they’re asking ‘we’re equals, aren’t we 007?’
3. Women protesting in the Middle East
A look at the role women have played during the protests, and the need for their active involvement in new governments.
4. A Stateless Women’s Story
From Refugees International this explains what it’s like for stateless women.
5. Walk in my shoes
Produced by Channel 16 this film documents the 2010 World March of Women in Bukavu, DR Congo. Watch the film and join our virtual march in solidarity.